Utopia Planitia on the Mars Map
Utopia Planitia
| Feature type | Plain |
| Size (km) | 350 |
| Coordinates (latitude, longitude) | 46.7, 117.5 |
A large plain within the largest recognized impact basin on Mars, it is notable for its smooth surface and the location of the Viking 2 landing site.
Mars Surface Features Facing Earth
Utopia Planitia
Plain
Large northern plain, site of Viking 2 lander, sometimes visible as a bright region.
Amazonis Planitia
Plain
Large, relatively smooth plain in the northern hemisphere, lighter in color and easily distinguishable.
Tharsis Montes
Mountain
Chain of three large shield volcanoes (Arsia Mons, Pavonis Mons, Ascraeus Mons) on the Tharsis bulge.
Olympus Mons
Mountain
The largest volcano and mountain in the solar system, towering about 22 km above the surrounding terrain.
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